1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 602 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323. 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 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Rally Raid | 323 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1070 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2370 mm |
