1990 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 22 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 187 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 156 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. 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 2012 Honda Civic. (172 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen Rally Raid | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Rally Raid | Civic |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1294 kg |
