1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1979 Volkswagen Iltis
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 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Iltis 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) has 222 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 150 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. 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 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen Iltis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 1979 Volkswagen Iltis | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rally Raid | Iltis |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2110 mm |
