1987 Citroen AX vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (95 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 364 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen AX | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | AX | 929 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |