1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 640 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | Escort |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2400 mm |
