1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1987 Ford Aerostar
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 Ford Aerostar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Aerostar would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 42 kg more than 1987 Ford Aerostar. 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 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1987 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3030 mm |
