2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1982 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1982 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, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1982 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1982 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 1982 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Eldorado | Mehari |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
