1986 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 180 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer. 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, 1986 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | CX | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
