1996 Citroen XM vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1996 Citroen XM is newer by 26 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen XM weights approximately 130 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, 1996 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen XM | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | XM | Luce |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
