1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1985 Ford Laser
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 Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Laser 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 225 more horse power than 1985 Ford Laser. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 630 kg more than 1985 Ford Laser. 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 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Laser. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1985 Ford Laser | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Rally Raid | Laser |
Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |