1985 Citroen CX vs. 1993 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1993 Mercury Mystique is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Mystique (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 137 kg more than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
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, 1993 Mercury Mystique (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1993 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | CX | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
