1983 Citroen CX vs. 2000 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2000 Mazda B2500 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1983 Citroen CX.
Because 2000 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen CX | 2000 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2990 mm |
