1979 Citroen CX vs. 1995 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1995 Mercury Mystique is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 158 kg more than 1995 Mercury Mystique.
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, 1995 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1995 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | CX | Mystique |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |