1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1982 Dodge 600
To start off, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1982 Dodge 600. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 260 kg more than 1982 Dodge 600. 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 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Dodge 600. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 1982 Dodge 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Rally Raid | 600 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2630 mm |
