1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Citroen C8
To start off, 2005 Citroen C8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C8 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 593 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2005 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | Luce | C8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
