1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla

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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 221 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 511 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Citroen Rally Raid 1979 Toyota Corolla
Make Citroen Toyota
Model Rally Raid Corolla
Year Released 1994 1979
Engine Size 2499 cc 1589 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 75 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 590 Nm 116 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3800 RPM
Vehicle Weight 1452 kg 941 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4090 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2410 mm


 

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