1992 Citroen C 15 vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1992 Citroen C 15 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1974 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Luce (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1992 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda Luce weights approximately 410 kg more than 1992 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen C 15 | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C 15 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2620 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |
