1976 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2010 Mazda Tribute is newer by 34 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 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 140 kg more than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Mazda Tribute (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2010 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
