1982 Citroen CX vs. 2003 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2003 Mercury Sable is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 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 48 more horse power than 1982 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Sable weights approximately 287 kg more than 1982 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen CX. 2003 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1982 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1982 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen CX | 2003 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | CX | Sable |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
