1985 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 20 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 282 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (159 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1985 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1985 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
