1974 Citroen CX vs. 1992 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 18 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 2,615 cc, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 220 kg more than 1992 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1992 Mazda RX-7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1992 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
