2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1987 Mazda 626
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 318 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Mazda 626 (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1987 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C5 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
