1975 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 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 RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mazda RX-8 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 2008 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
