1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 181 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 176 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle. (172 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Rally Raid | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1274 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2340 mm |