1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1981 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda RX-7 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 192 more horse power than 1981 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 390 kg more than 1981 Mazda RX-7. 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 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1981 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Rally Raid | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2430 mm |