1975 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Mazda Premacy.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Citroen CX | 2008 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | CX | Premacy |
Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2680 mm |