1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 776 kg more than 1973 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, 2010 Citroen C5 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | Luce | C5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2820 mm |
