1976 Citroen CX vs. 1982 Mazda 323
To start off, 1982 Mazda 323 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,346 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1982 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1982 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 525 kg more than 1982 Mazda 323. 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 (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mazda 323. (80 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1982 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | 323 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2346 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |
