1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1982 Renault 9
To start off, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 9 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 224 more horse power than 1982 Renault 9. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 585 kg more than 1982 Renault 9. 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 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 1982 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Rally Raid | 9 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2490 mm |
