1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1989 Ford Probe
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1989 Ford Probe. (140 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 135 kg more than 1989 Ford Probe. 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 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Probe. (217 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1989 Ford Probe | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | Probe |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
