1994 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 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 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 155 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 123 kg more than 2012 Nissan NP300. 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 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Rally Raid | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Rally Raid | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2960 mm |
