1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 17 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 2008 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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 471 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Rally Raid | Civic |
Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2640 mm |