1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1979 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Saab 900 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 153 more horse power than 1979 Saab 900. (143 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1979 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 202 kg more than 1979 Saab 900. 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Saab 900. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1979 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | Rally Raid | 900 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2530 mm |
