1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 18 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 117 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, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Rally Raid | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2550 mm |
