1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2001 Opel Astra
To start off, 2001 Opel Astra is newer by 7 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 144 more horse power than 2001 Opel Astra. (152 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 62 kg more than 2001 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 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel 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 2001 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2001 Opel Astra | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Rally Raid | Astra |
Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |