1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1998 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 7 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 166 more horse power than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 Toyota RAV4. 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 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (178 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Rally Raid | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
