1990 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 8 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (195 HP @ 6625 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 39 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour. 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 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen Rally Raid | 1998 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | Contour |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6625 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5625 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
