1989 Citroen CX vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1989 Citroen CX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 75 kg more than 1970 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, 1989 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | CX | Luce |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
