1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2010 Citroen C-Crosser
To start off, 2010 Citroen C-Crosser is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Montego (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C-Crosser. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C-Crosser.
Because 2010 Citroen C-Crosser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C-Crosser 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, 1973 Mercury Montego (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C-Crosser. (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C-Crosser. 1973 Mercury Montego has automatic transmission and 2010 Citroen C-Crosser has manual transmission. 2010 Citroen C-Crosser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Mercury Montego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 2010 Citroen C-Crosser | |
| Make | Mercury | Citroen |
| Model | Montego | C-Crosser |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
