1992 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1988 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1992 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 4,915 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1988 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Cadillac Eldorado (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari. 1992 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Eldorado | 1988 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Eldorado | Mehari |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4915 cc | 600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
