1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1991 Opel Astra
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 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Astra 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 214 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 512 kg more than 1991 Opel Astra. 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 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1991 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Rally Raid | Astra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
