1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 78 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | Rally Raid | XK |
Year Released | 1993 | 1948 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2600 mm |