1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1973 Triumph Stag
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 Triumph Stag. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Stag would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Triumph Stag is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1973 Triumph Stag. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph Stag. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 250 kg more than 1973 Triumph Stag. 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 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Stag. (192 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Stag.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1973 Triumph Stag | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | Rally Raid | Stag |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2550 mm |
