1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1973 Citroen DS
To start off, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen DS 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 193 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 240 kg more than 1973 Citroen DS. 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 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 1973 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Rally Raid | DS |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3130 mm |
