1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260
To start off, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 weights approximately 74 kg more than 1991 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rally Raid | 260 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2940 mm |
