1990 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 15 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 212 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 237 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 Nm). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen Rally Raid | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Rally Raid | Civic |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1334 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1213 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2630 mm |
