1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1972 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 398 kg more than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1972 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Rally Raid | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |
