2002 Citroen C 15 vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2002 Citroen C 15 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Montego (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 750 kg more than 2002 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C 15, 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 Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C 15. (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C 15 | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | C 15 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
