1969 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,618 cc, 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | Luce | C5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2618 cc | 1747 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |
