1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus
To start off, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus 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 146 more horse power than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. (150 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 490 kg more than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. 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 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus. (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 1979 Talbot Sunbeam-Lotus | |
| Make | Citroen | Talbot |
| Model | Rally Raid | Sunbeam-Lotus |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2420 mm |
