1978 Citroen CX vs. 1999 Mazda B3000
To start off, 1999 Mazda B3000 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 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda B3000 (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 206 kg more than 1999 Mazda B3000.
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, 1999 Mazda B3000 (198 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm). This means 1999 Mazda B3000 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 B3000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
