2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (117 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C5 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
