1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1976 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda RX-3 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1976 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 600 kg more than 1976 Mazda RX-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, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1976 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Rally Raid | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2320 mm |
