1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1985 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Tempo 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 196 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 285 kg more than 1985 Ford Tempo. 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 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 1985 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2540 mm |
