1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1974 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 960 kg more than 1974 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1974 Mazda Chante | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Rally Raid | Chante |
Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2210 mm |