1979 Buick Electra vs. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 375 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Electra | Rally Raid |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 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 |