1987 Citroen C 15 vs. 1976 Mazda 929
To start off, 1987 Citroen C 15 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1987 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 929 weights approximately 229 kg more than 1987 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen C 15 | 1976 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | C 15 | 929 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |