2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1973 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 36 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Luce. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 408 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Luce. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1973 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C5 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2510 mm |
