1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1997 Volvo V40
To start off, 1997 Volvo V40 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen Rally Raid 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 192 more horse power than 1997 Volvo V40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 210 kg more than 1997 Volvo V40. 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 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo V40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 1997 Volvo V40 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | Rally Raid | V40 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2570 mm |