1978 Buick Century vs. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 20 kg more than 1978 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Century | 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Century | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 3213 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3000 mm |
