1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 21 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1991 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1991 Citroen Rally Raid. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A8. (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | Rally Raid | A8 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2992 mm |
