1984 Mazda 323 vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 843 kg more than 1984 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Citroen C4 (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 323 | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | 323 | C4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |
