1985 Citroen CX vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 200 kg more than 1985 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mercury Cougar 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 Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | CX | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2860 mm |
