1987 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 477 kg more than 1987 Citroen BX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX. 2012 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 1987 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1987 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | BX | 5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2751 mm |
