1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 76 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | Rally Raid | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2750 mm |
