1992 Citroen ZX vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1992 Citroen ZX is newer by 21 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen ZX (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen ZX (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen ZX | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | ZX | Luce |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
