1994 Citroen XM vs. 1986 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Citroen XM is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 626. (117 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 505 kg more than 1986 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen XM (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 626. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 1986 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | XM | 626 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1587 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
