1990 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 19 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 141 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (156 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. 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 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen Rally Raid | 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
Model | Rally Raid | Cobalt |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2630 mm |