1989 Citroen XM vs. 1973 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 510 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
Because 1973 Mercury Monterey 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 1973 Mercury Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM, 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, 1973 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1973 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | XM | Monterey |
Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3160 mm |