1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1971 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Mustang weights approximately 163 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1971 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 503 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2780 mm |
