1956 Citroen DS vs. 1993 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1993 Mercury Mystique is newer by 37 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 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Mystique (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 76 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. 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, 1993 Mercury Mystique (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1993 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | DS | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |
