1982 Buick Electra vs. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1982 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 240 kg more than 1990 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Electra | 1990 Citroen Rally Raid | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Electra | Rally Raid |
Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 4128 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 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 |