1974 Citroen CX vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 21 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 55 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda 626 (167 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (161 Nm). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | 626 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
