1988 Citroen BX vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen BX (90 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Luce weights approximately 88 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX.
Because 1969 Mazda Luce is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Mazda Luce. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Citroen BX (181 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | BX | Luce |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 57 L |
