1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Newport (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. (297 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 515 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chrysler Newport. (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Newport | 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Newport | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3000 mm |
