1985 Caterham 1700 vs. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Caterham 1700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Caterham 1700 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1985 Caterham 1700. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1985 Caterham 1700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 907 kg more than 1985 Caterham 1700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Caterham 1700. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Caterham 1700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Caterham 1700 | 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Caterham | Citroen |
| Model | 1700 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1692 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3000 mm |
