1993 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 212 kg more than 1993 Citroen Rally Raid. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mustang. (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Rally Raid | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2580 mm |
