1980 Citroen CX vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Premacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1980 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 160 kg more than 1980 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, 2003 Mazda Premacy (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen CX. (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen CX | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
