1988 Citroen CX vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 270 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | Luce |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |
