1987 Citroen CX vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 153 kg more than 1987 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mazda 3 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | 3 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
