2009 Citroen C8 vs. 1970 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2009 Citroen C8 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C8 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Montego. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Montego weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Citroen C8.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C8, 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, 1970 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C8. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C8 | 1970 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | C8 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
