1976 Citroen CX vs. 2003 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2003 Mercury Sable is newer by 27 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Sable weights approximately 137 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, 2003 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Citroen CX | 2003 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | CX | Sable |
Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2346 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |