1976 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 1990 Mazda 626 is newer by 14 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 2,345 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 626 (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX.
Because 1990 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Citroen CX (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | 626 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2345 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
