1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 495 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1972 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 1972 Mercury Montego. 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, 1972 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | Xsara | Montego |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |