1978 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 29 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 11 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.
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, 2007 Mazda 6 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | 6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2259 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
