1976 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1996 Mazda Levante is newer by 20 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 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 216 kg more than 1996 Mazda Levante.
Because 1996 Mazda Levante 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, 1996 Mazda Levante 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 (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Levante. 1996 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 1976 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1976 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1996 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | Levante |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2230 mm |
