1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 16 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 155 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (141 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 96 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Rally Raid | Civic |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |