1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. (245 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 68 kg more than 1995 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Corvette | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3000 mm |
