1983 Citroen BX vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 321 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | BX | 626 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
