1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1973 Porsche 911
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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (226 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 552 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911. 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Rally Raid | 911 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2270 mm |