1979 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Mazda 626
To start off, 2001 Mazda 626 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 Mazda 626. 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, 1979 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 626. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2001 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | 626 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
