1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. Both 1992 Citroen Rally Raid and 1981 Ford Granada are equipped with a 2,499 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 80 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. 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 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Rally Raid | Granada |
Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2780 mm |