1984 Citroen CX vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1984 Citroen CX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 7,033 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Montego (209 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Citroen CX. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 566 kg more than 1984 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Mercury Montego 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 1969 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX, 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, 1969 Mercury Montego (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | CX | Montego |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 7033 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
