1984 Citroen Axel vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Axel would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 608 kg more than 1984 Citroen Axel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Axel. (98 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Axel | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Axel | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2840 mm |
