1986 Citroen BX vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (197 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 415 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX.
Because 1986 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercury Montego. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | BX | Montego |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2139 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
