1990 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1970 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 145 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen Rally Raid | 1970 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2800 mm |
