1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1976 Rover 2000
To start off, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1976 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1976 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 118 kg more than 1976 Rover 2000. 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Rover 2000. (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 1976 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Rally Raid | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2640 mm |
