1984 Citroen CX vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1984 Citroen CX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 609 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | Familia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2270 mm |
