1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1974 Mazda Luce
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 Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1974 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 195 kg more than 1974 Mazda Luce. 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 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1974 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Rally Raid | Luce |
Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2620 cc |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2590 mm |