1990 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1970 Isuzu 117
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 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 370 kg more than 1970 Isuzu 117. 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 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen Rally Raid | 1970 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | Rally Raid | 117 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
