1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1985 Ford Meteor
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 Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Meteor 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 214 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1985 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | Meteor |
| 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 | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
