1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 15 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 99 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (197 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra. 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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Rally Raid | Astra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |
