1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1985 Subaru Leone

To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru Leone 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 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 380 kg more than 1985 Subaru Leone. 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 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Citroen Rally Raid 1985 Subaru Leone
Make Citroen Subaru
Model Rally Raid Leone
Year Released 1992 1985
Engine Size 2499 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 590 Nm 137 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1070 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2470 mm