1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xantia is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Comet (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (249 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xantia | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | Xantia | Comet |
Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |