1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 368 kg more than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | |
Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
Model | V8 Volante | Rally Raid |
Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3000 mm |