1985 Citroen CX vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 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 (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 424 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. 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 (300 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | 929 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |
