1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 155 kg more than 1952 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | Rally Raid | XK |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2600 mm |
