1985 Citroen CX vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 928 kg more than 1975 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | Chante |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2210 mm |
