1986 Citroen Bx vs. 2011 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2011 Mercury Milan is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Bx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Bx would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Milan (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Bx. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Bx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Milan weights approximately 496 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.
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, 2011 Mercury Milan (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Bx. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Bx. 2011 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1986 Citroen Bx has manual transmission. 1986 Citroen Bx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Bx | 2011 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | Bx | Milan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
