1987 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1987 Citroen CX.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2990 mm |
