1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 31 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (267 HP) has 193 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 340 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Citroen Xsara, 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 (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | Xsara | Montclair |
Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 267 HP |
Torque | 113 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3130 mm |