1985 Citroen BX vs. 1968 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Cougar. (194 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 320 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX.
Because 1985 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Mercury Cougar (297 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1968 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | BX | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
