1995 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1989 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 320 kg more than 1989 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Rally Raid | 1989 Ford Corsair | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Rally Raid | Corsair |
Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2560 mm |