1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 15 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 64 more horse power than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 270 kg more than 2007 Mazda RX-8. 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 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Rally Raid | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1306 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |