1985 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX.
Because 1985 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX. 2012 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1985 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1985 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | BX | 6 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1795 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2789 mm |
