1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1999 Holden Astra
To start off, 1999 Holden Astra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen Rally Raid 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 151 more horse power than 1999 Holden Astra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 306 kg more than 1999 Holden 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 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 1999 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | Rally Raid | Astra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
