1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1970 Rover 2000
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover 2000 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 190 more horse power than 1970 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 155 kg more than 1970 Rover 2000. 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 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover 2000. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1970 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Rally Raid | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2640 mm |
