1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1982 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 De Tomaso Deauville (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 490 kg more than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 De Tomaso Deauville. (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 De Tomaso Deauville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1982 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Citroen | De Tomaso |
| Model | Rally Raid | Deauville |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
