1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (116 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 495 kg more than 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (136 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1992 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Rally Raid | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2270 mm |
