1984 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Montego (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Citroen CX. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 516 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.
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, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Montego. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | CX | Montego |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
