1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2002 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2002 Mazda Laputa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen Rally Raid 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 244 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 700 kg more than 2002 Mazda Laputa. 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 527 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 2002 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Rally Raid | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2370 mm |
