1974 Buick Centurion vs. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1974 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 620 kg more than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick Centurion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick Centurion | 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Centurion | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3000 mm |
