2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1982 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 26 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1230 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.
Because 2008 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Mehari, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1982 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | CTS | Mehari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
