1977 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1977 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1977 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 567 kg more than 1977 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, 2009 Mercury Sable (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Citroen CX | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | CX | Sable |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |
