1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1985 Ford Capri
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Capri 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 224 more horse power than 1985 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 442 kg more than 1985 Ford Capri. 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 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1985 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | Capri |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2570 mm |
