1984 Citroen CX vs. 2002 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2002 Mazda Tribute is newer by 18 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 55 kg more than 1984 Citroen CX.
Because 2002 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 2002 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
