2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 1980 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 26 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1396 kg more than 1980 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari. 2006 Cadillac SRX 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. 2006 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 1980 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | SRX | Mehari |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
