1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2008 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2008 Tesla Roadster 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. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Tesla Roadster. (288 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2008 Tesla Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 Tesla Roadster. 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) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 2008 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Citroen | Tesla |
| Model | Rally Raid | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2352 mm |
