2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (70 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C5 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
