1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1983 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Skyline 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 203 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 400 kg more than 1983 Nissan Skyline. 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 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1983 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Rally Raid | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |
