1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 6,974 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (351 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 123 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Rally Raid | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 6974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 351 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2800 mm |
