1990 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1979 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Triumph TR7 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 206 more horse power than 1979 Triumph TR7. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1979 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 435 kg more than 1979 Triumph TR7. 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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Triumph TR7. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen Rally Raid | 1979 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | Citroen | Triumph |
Model | Rally Raid | TR7 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2170 mm |