1989 Audi V8 vs. 1995 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1989 Audi V8. (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi V8 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1995 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi V8 | 1995 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | V8 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3000 mm |
