1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 7 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 237 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 470 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. 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 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (115 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Rally Raid | Lupo |
Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2330 mm |