1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1991 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 6 kg more than 1991 Ford Falcon. 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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1991 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2800 mm |
