1986 Citroen BX vs. 1977 Mazda 929
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 929 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Citroen BX (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1977 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | BX | 929 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
