1987 Citroen CX vs. 1975 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1987 Citroen CX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen CX (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Comet weights approximately 205 kg more than 1987 Citroen CX.
Because 1975 Mercury Comet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Mercury Comet (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1975 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 1975 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | CX | Comet |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
