1987 Mazda 626 vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 407 kg more than 1987 Mazda 626. 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626. 2009 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1987 Mazda 626 has manual transmission. 1987 Mazda 626 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mazda 626 | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | 626 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
