1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1998 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 Toyota Celica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen Rally Raid 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 181 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 355 kg more than 1998 Toyota Celica. 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 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1998 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Rally Raid | Celica |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
