1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 240 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 190 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 160 kg more than 1981 Volvo 240. 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 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | Rally Raid | 240 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |