1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1980 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Jetta 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 223 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. (73 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 560 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1980 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Rally Raid | Jetta |
Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |