1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
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 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac 6000 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 207 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 140 kg more than 1983 Pontiac 6000. 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 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | Rally Raid | 6000 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |