1985 Citroen CX vs. 1997 Mazda Xedos 9
To start off, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 is newer by 12 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1985 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | Xedos 9 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
