1986 Citroen BX vs. 1967 Mercury Park Lane
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 Park Lane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Park Lane would be higher. At 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (197 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Park Lane should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Park Lane weights approximately 80 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Park Lane. 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, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (602 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (294 Nm). This means 1967 Mercury Park Lane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1967 Mercury Park Lane | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | BX | Park Lane |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2139 cc | 6722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3130 mm |
