1978 Citroen CX vs. 1999 Mazda Activehicle

To start off, 1999 Mazda Activehicle is newer by 21 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mazda Activehicle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda Activehicle (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Activehicle weights approximately 305 kg more than 1978 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Mazda Activehicle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle 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, 1999 Mazda Activehicle (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda Activehicle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Citroen CX 1999 Mazda Activehicle
Make Citroen Mazda
Model CX Activehicle
Year Released 1978 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1905 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 101 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 161 Nm 278 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 79.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1265 kg 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2480 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 65 L


 

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