1976 Citroen CX vs. 1989 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1989 Mercury Cougar is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercury Cougar (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX.
Because 1989 Mercury Cougar 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 1989 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX, 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, 1989 Mercury Cougar (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX. 1989 Mercury Cougar has automatic transmission and 1976 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1976 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Mercury Cougar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1989 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | CX | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 3799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
