1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1990 Citroen C 15 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 805 kg more than 1990 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mercury Cougar 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 Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen C 15, 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 Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen C 15 | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | C 15 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
