2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 1971 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Xsara (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Montego weights approximately 375 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1971 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 1971 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1971 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Xsara | 1971 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | Xsara | Montego |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
