1975 Citroen CX vs. 1994 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1994 Mercury Mystique is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 3 kg more than 1994 Mercury Mystique.
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, 1994 Mercury Mystique (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 1994 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | CX | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
