1985 Citroen BX vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 260 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | BX | Luce |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
