1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen Rally Raid 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 151 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (145 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 225 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3. 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 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Rally Raid | 3 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2650 mm |
