1983 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Citroen CX. (137 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 203 kg more than 1983 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen CX. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen CX | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | CX | Sable |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
