1989 Citroen XM vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 287 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 XM (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | XM | Luce |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
