1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1969 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,618 cc, 1969 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 195 kg more than 1969 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, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1969 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Rally Raid | Luce |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2618 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 106 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 |
