1985 Citroen CX vs. 1987 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1987 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 210 kg more than 1987 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1987 Mazda RX-7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1987 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2440 mm |
