1985 Citroen BX vs. 1998 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1998 Mercury Mystique is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 252 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX. 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, 1998 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1998 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | BX | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
