1988 Citroen CX vs. 1993 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1993 Mercury Tracer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 148 kg more than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
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, 1988 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen CX | 1993 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | CX | Tracer |
Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |