1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1988 Citroen BX
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen BX 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 1988 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 522 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX. 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 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1988 Citroen BX | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Rally Raid | BX |
Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |