1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 16 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 237 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 385 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. 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 482 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rally Raid | Polo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2470 mm |
