1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1977 Renault 15
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 15 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 237 more horse power than 1977 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 485 kg more than 1977 Renault 15. 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 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1977 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Rally Raid | 15 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2440 mm |
