1976 Citroen CX vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 23 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 89 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Mercury Sable (271 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX. 1999 Mercury Sable 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. 1999 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | CX | Sable |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
