2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Picasso (94 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Picasso should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 163 kg more than 1984 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Picasso | 929 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
