1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1989 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1989 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (149 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 220 kg more than 1989 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 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1989 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Rally Raid | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2440 mm |
