1997 Citroen XM vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 1997 Citroen XM is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen XM (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen XM weights approximately 681 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen XM (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen XM | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | XM | 616 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1591 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
