2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 721 kg more than 1984 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C5 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
