1988 Buick Electra vs. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 123 kg more than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Electra | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3000 mm |
