1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1973 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Skyline 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 221 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 470 kg more than 1973 Nissan Skyline. 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 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1973 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Rally Raid | Skyline |
Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2500 mm |