1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1998 Lotus 340 R
To start off, 1998 Lotus 340 R is newer by 5 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 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 106 more horse power than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus 340 R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 775 kg more than 1998 Lotus 340 R. 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) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (198 Nm). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 1998 Lotus 340 R | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | Rally Raid | 340 R |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2320 mm |
