1988 Citroen CX vs. 1977 Mazda 929
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 366 kg more than 1977 Mazda 929. 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 (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1977 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | 929 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |
