1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1982 Ferrari Mondial
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 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari Mondial. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 20 kg more than 1982 Ferrari Mondial. 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari Mondial. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1982 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Rally Raid | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2925 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |
