1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1995 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1995 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 154 kg more than 1993 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 1995 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1604 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2950 mm |
