1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1971 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Montego weights approximately 207 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Because 1971 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 1971 Mercury Montego. 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1971 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | Xantia | Montego |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
