1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1987 TVR Tasmin
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 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1987 TVR Tasmin. (196 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1987 TVR Tasmin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 332 kg more than 1987 TVR Tasmin. 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 TVR Tasmin. (301 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 TVR Tasmin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1987 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Citroen | TVR |
| Model | Rally Raid | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2390 mm |
