2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1986 Mazda 626
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 14 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Mazda 626. (117 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 403 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, 2000 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 626. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1986 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C5 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
