1978 Citroen CX vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 165 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Because 1995 Mazda RX-01 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Mazda RX-01. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen CX | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | CX | RX-01 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2614 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |