1974 Citroen SM 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 SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen SM would be higher. At 2,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen SM (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen SM weights approximately 245 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. 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 SM (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen SM | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | SM | 626 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |
