1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1976 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1976 Mazda RX-4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1976 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 342 kg more than 1976 Mazda RX-4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1976 Mazda RX-4 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Rally Raid | RX-4 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |