1971 Citroen DS vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, both 1971 Citroen DS and 1971 Mazda Luce were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Citroen DS (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Citroen DS weights approximately 130 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen DS | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | DS | Luce |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2510 mm |
