1991 Citroen XM vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1991 Citroen XM is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 415 kg more than 1991 Citroen XM.
Because 1973 Mercury Montego 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 Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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 Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen XM. (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen XM | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | XM | Montego |
Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |