1979 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2001 Mercury Villager is newer by 22 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 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Villager (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Villager weights approximately 520 kg more than 1979 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, 2001 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 2001 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | CX | Villager |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |