2006 Citroen C8 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2006 Citroen C8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C8 (157 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 478 kg more than 1973 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Citroen C8 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C8 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C8 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
