1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Ascona 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 1975 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 440 kg more than 1975 Opel Ascona. 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 1975 Opel Ascona. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Rally Raid | Ascona |
Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2640 mm |