1982 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B3000 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1982 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen BX.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen BX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen BX | 2007 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | BX | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
