1980 Audi 200 vs. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1980 Audi 200. (170 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 184 kg more than 1980 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 200. (265 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 200 | 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 200 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3000 mm |
