1992 Citroen BX vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Montego (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 765 kg more than 1992 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Citroen BX, 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, 1972 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | BX | Montego |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 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 | 930 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
