1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,989 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 76 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
Because 1967 Mercury Montclair 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 1967 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia, 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | Xantia | Montclair |
Year Released | 1993 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 6989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 626 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3130 mm |