1990 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima 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 139 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Altima. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 121 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima. 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Altima. (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen Rally Raid | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Rally Raid | Altima |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2780 mm |
