1990 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 209 more horse power than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 364 kg more than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. 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 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen Rally Raid | 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rally Raid | 190 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |