1988 Citroen CX vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 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 25 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 290 kg more than 1986 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | 929 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |
