1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1985 Volvo 780
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 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 780 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 169 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 780. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volvo 780 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 780. (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Rally Raid | 780 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2780 mm |
