1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2005 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 13 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 73 kg more than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 2005 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Rally Raid | Viper |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
