1996 Citroen ZX vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1996 Citroen ZX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen ZX (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen ZX (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | ZX | Luce |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
