1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2009 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Opel Astra is newer by 17 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 207 more horse power than 2009 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 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 465 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 2009 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Rally Raid | Astra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |
