2001 Citroen C vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 2001 Citroen C is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 626 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2001 Citroen C. 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, 1990 Mazda 626 (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C | 626 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
