1990 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra is newer by 16 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 193 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 65 kg more than 1990 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen Rally Raid | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Rally Raid | Astra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |
