1971 Buick GS vs. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1971 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick GS weights approximately 182 kg more than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick GS | 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | GS | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3000 mm |
