1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 194 kg more than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Caprice | Rally Raid |
Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3000 mm |