1978 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen CX would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 466 kg more than 1978 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1978 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1978 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | CX | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
