1987 Citroen AX vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Montego (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1241 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. 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, 2006 Mercury Montego (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | AX | Montego |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2870 mm |
