1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1972 Volvo 1800
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 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen Rally Raid 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 Volvo 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 262 kg more than 1972 Volvo 1800. 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 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1972 Volvo 1800 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | Rally Raid | 1800 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2460 mm |