1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1970 Mazda 616
To start off, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 540 kg more than 1970 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 1970 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Rally Raid | 616 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2480 mm |
