1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. (235 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 231 kg more than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. (447 Nm). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1990 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | Rally Raid | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2570 mm |
