1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1991 Citroen ZX is newer by 20 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen ZX (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 150 kg more than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | ZX | Luce |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
