2005 Cadillac DTS vs. 1980 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2005 Cadillac DTS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac DTS (287 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
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, 2005 Cadillac DTS (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari. 2005 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 1980 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1980 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac DTS | 1980 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | DTS | Mehari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
