1976 Citroen CX vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 918 kg more than 1975 Mazda Chante. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | Chante |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2210 mm |
