2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Xsara | Luce |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
