1984 Citroen CX vs. 1997 Mazda MX-3
To start off, 1997 Mazda MX-3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda MX-3 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda MX-3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 166 kg more than 1997 Mazda MX-3.
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, 1984 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda MX-3. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1997 Mazda MX-3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | MX-3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1059 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
