1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2007 Proton Arena
To start off, 2007 Proton Arena 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 210 more horse power than 2007 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 415 kg more than 2007 Proton Arena. 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 466 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 2007 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | Rally Raid | Arena |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
