2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mazda 929 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C3 | 929 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
