1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2004 Mazda 3
To start off, 2004 Mazda 3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 3. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 3 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1993 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 3. (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 2004 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Rally Raid | 3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |
