1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2005 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2005 Proton Saloon is newer by 14 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 214 more horse power than 2005 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 530 kg more than 2005 Proton Saloon. 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 481 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 2005 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | Rally Raid | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2390 mm |
