1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1987 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen C 15 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 252 more horse power than 1987 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 607 kg more than 1987 Citroen C 15. 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 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1987 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Rally Raid | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2750 mm |
