1984 Citroen BX vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 688 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Mazda 5 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX. 2010 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | BX | 5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
