1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 118 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz E. (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 1973 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rally Raid | E |
Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |