1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 65 kg more than 1973 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mercury Comet 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 Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1973 Mercury Comet (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (142 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | Xantia | Comet |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
