1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1983 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Crown. (176 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Crown weights approximately 50 kg more than 1993 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Crown. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 1983 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Rally Raid | Crown |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
