1986 Citroen BX vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (197 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 380 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX.
Because 1986 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Citroen BX (294 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen BX | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | BX | Comet |
Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2139 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 258 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |