2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1975 Mazda 929
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 1975 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C5 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
