1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1973 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1984 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mercury Monterey 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 1973 Mercury Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen C 15, 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, 1973 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen C 15 | 1973 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | C 15 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3160 mm |
