1988 Citroen BX vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. Both 1988 Citroen BX and 1980 Mazda 929 are equipped with a 1,769 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen BX (89 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 929 weights approximately 8 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Citroen BX (185 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | BX | 929 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
