1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1981 Matra-Simca Murena
To start off, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Matra-Simca Murena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Matra-Simca Murena 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 205 more horse power than 1981 Matra-Simca Murena. (91 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1981 Matra-Simca Murena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 455 kg more than 1981 Matra-Simca Murena. 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 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Matra-Simca Murena. (136 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Matra-Simca Murena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 1981 Matra-Simca Murena | |
| Make | Citroen | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Rally Raid | Murena |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2154 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2440 mm |
