1990 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 182 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 193 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. 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 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen Rally Raid | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rally Raid | Golf |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
