1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 740 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 167 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 740. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 180 kg more than 1983 Volvo 740. 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 740. (190 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | Rally Raid | 740 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2780 mm |