1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 20 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 166 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, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rally Raid | C |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1616 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |
