1979 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 26 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3.
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, 2005 Mazda 3 (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (167 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | 3 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
