1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix
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 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 138 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 15 kg more than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | Rally Raid | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2740 mm |
