1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1960 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1960 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 420 kg more than 1960 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1960 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Rally Raid | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2060 mm |
