2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Comet weights approximately 79 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1974 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 1974 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1974 Mercury Comet (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | Xsara | Comet |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1141 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
