1986 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 213 kg more than 1986 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 (207 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (159 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
