1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1971 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Rekord 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 237 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 424 kg more than 1971 Opel Rekord. 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 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 1971 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Rally Raid | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
