1990 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia 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 184 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia. 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 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen Rally Raid | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | Rally Raid | Octavia |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |