1968 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvair 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 194 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 316 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. 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 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvair | 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Corvair | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2375 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3000 mm |
