1983 Citroen LN vs. 1972 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1983 Citroen LN is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Cougar (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 946 kg more than 1983 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Mercury Cougar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Citroen LN, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 1972 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | LN | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2860 mm |
