1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 10 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 197 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 155 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | Rally Raid | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
