1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 18 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 500 kg more than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 2010 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Citroen | Aston Martin |
| Model | Rally Raid | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2990 mm |
