1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1973 Triumph TR6
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 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph TR6 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 173 more horse power than 1973 Triumph TR6. (123 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 332 kg more than 1973 Triumph TR6. 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 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1973 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | Rally Raid | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2250 mm |
