1956 Citroen DS vs. 1983 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1983 Mercury Lynx is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercury Lynx (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 308 kg more than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
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, 1956 Citroen DS (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1983 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | DS | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2400 mm |
