1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 1986 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Allante is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Allante (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 1153 kg more than 1986 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, 1993 Cadillac Allante (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Mehari. 1993 Cadillac Allante has automatic transmission and 1986 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1986 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Cadillac Allante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Allante | 1986 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Allante | Mehari |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
