2002 Citroen C-Airdream vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream is newer by 31 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C-Airdream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream (208 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 60 kg more than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream (284 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C-Airdream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C-Airdream | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C-Airdream | Luce |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
