1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1979 Porsche 924
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 924 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 88 more horse power than 1979 Porsche 924. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1979 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 271 kg more than 1979 Porsche 924. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Porsche 924. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1979 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Rally Raid | 924 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
