1986 Citroen BX vs. 1976 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (197 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1976 Mercury Cougar. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 750 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX.
Because 1986 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mercury Cougar. 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, 1976 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (294 Nm). This means 1976 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1976 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | BX | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2139 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
