1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1988 Citroen CX
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 CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX 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 182 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 12 kg more than 1988 Citroen CX. 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 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1988 Citroen CX | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Rally Raid | CX |
Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3100 mm |