1990 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2008 Saturn Astra
To start off, 2008 Saturn Astra is newer by 18 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 158 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Astra. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Saturn Astra. 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 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen Rally Raid | 2008 Saturn Astra | |
Make | Citroen | Saturn |
Model | Rally Raid | Astra |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |