1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 15 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 98 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (198 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 114 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. 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 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (194 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Rally Raid | Civic |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2630 mm |