2008 Citroen C2 vs. 1967 Mercury Park Lane

To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Park Lane would be higher. At 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Park Lane should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Park Lane weights approximately 364 kg more than 2008 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 Mercury Park Lane 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 Park Lane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C2, 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 Park Lane (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Park Lane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.

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