1986 Citroen CX vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 1986 Citroen CX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 530 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | 616 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2480 mm |
