1976 Citroen CX vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,345 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 135 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Citroen CX (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | Luce |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2345 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
