1974 Citroen CX vs. 1980 Mazda 323
To start off, 1980 Mazda 323 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (75 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 323. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 490 kg more than 1980 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Citroen CX (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 323. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1980 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | 323 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
