1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1993 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Viper weights approximately 90 kg more than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1993 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Rally Raid | Viper |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 359 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
