1973 Mercury Monterey vs. 2007 Citroen C4
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 674 kg more than 2007 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mercury Monterey 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 1973 Mercury Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4, 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, 1973 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Monterey | 2007 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Mercury | Citroen |
Model | Monterey | C4 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2610 mm |