1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1972 Volvo P 1800
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 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo P 1800 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 200 more horse power than 1972 Volvo P 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 330 kg more than 1972 Volvo P 1800. 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 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo P 1800. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 1972 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | Rally Raid | P 1800 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2460 mm |