1954 Buick 40 vs. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1990 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1990 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | 40 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3000 mm |
