1984 Citroen BX vs. 1979 Mazda 929
To start off, 1984 Citroen BX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 929 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1984 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, 1979 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen BX | 1979 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | BX | 929 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |