1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1989 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 157 kg more than 1989 Ford Sierra. 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 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (238 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1989 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
