1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1992 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda 626 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 132 more horse power than 1992 Mazda 626. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 166 kg more than 1992 Mazda 626. 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 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 626. (221 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1992 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Rally Raid | 626 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |
