1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 110 kg more than 1993 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | LTD |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2910 mm |
