1980 Chrysler Newport 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 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 360 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler Newport. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler Newport | 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Newport | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3000 mm |
