1983 Citroen BX vs. 1995 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1995 Mercury Mystique is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 343 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX. 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, 1995 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1995 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | BX | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
