1990 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman

To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (265 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 120 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman. 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayman.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Citroen Rally Raid 2012 Porsche Cayman
Make Citroen Porsche
Model Rally Raid Cayman
Year Released 1990 2012
Engine Size 2499 cc 2900 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 297 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 7200 RPM
Torque 590 Nm 299 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4376 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1801 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1303 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2416 mm


 

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