1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1992 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 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 111 more horse power than 1992 Mazda 323. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 222 kg more than 1992 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 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 323. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1992 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Rally Raid | 323 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2370 mm |
