1990 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1977 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Sunbird 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 201 more horse power than 1977 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 290 kg more than 1977 Holden Sunbird. 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 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen Rally Raid | 1977 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | Rally Raid | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2590 mm |
