1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Passat 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 222 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 530 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. 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 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Rally Raid | Passat |
Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2480 mm |