1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1973 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1973 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1973 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 882 kg more than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lincoln Continental. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1973 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
| Model | Rally Raid | Continental |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 7542 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3230 mm |
