1990 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1997 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1997 TVR Griffith is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1997 TVR Griffith. (225 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1997 TVR Griffith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 388 kg more than 1997 TVR Griffith. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 TVR Griffith. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 TVR Griffith.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen Rally Raid | 1997 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Citroen | TVR |
Model | Rally Raid | Griffith |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2290 mm |