1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 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 190 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 260 kg more than 1978 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 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1978 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Rally Raid | Skyline |
Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |