1990 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2001 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 11 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 2,499 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 187 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. (110 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 320 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. 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 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen Rally Raid | 2001 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rally Raid | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2560 mm |
