1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1978 Plymouth Volare

To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1978 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 13 kg more than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid.

Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Plymouth Volare.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Citroen Rally Raid 1978 Plymouth Volare
Make Citroen Plymouth
Model Rally Raid Volare
Year Released 1994 1978
Engine Size 2499 cc 3687 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 590 Nm 231 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1452 kg 1465 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 5020 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2760 mm


 

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