1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1981 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Leopard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 212 kg more than 1981 Nissan Leopard. 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 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1981 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Rally Raid | Leopard |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2630 mm |
