1977 Buick Electra vs. 1995 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 335 kg more than 1995 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Electra. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Electra | 1995 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Electra | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3000 mm |
