1974 Citroen CX vs. 1991 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1991 Mercury Tracer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 305 kg more than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1991 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | CX | Tracer |
Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |