1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 192 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm @ 190 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Rally Raid | Golf |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 190 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2580 mm |