1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (220 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda RX-01. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 350 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01. 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 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Rally Raid | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2614 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2350 mm |
