1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1971 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Rekord 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 230 more horse power than 1971 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 385 kg more than 1971 Opel Rekord. 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 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1971 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Rally Raid | Rekord |
Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |