1995 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1969 Saab Sonett
To start off, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Saab Sonett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Saab Sonett would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1969 Saab Sonett. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1969 Saab Sonett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 675 kg more than 1969 Saab Sonett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Saab Sonett. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Saab Sonett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Rally Raid | 1969 Saab Sonett | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | Rally Raid | Sonett |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2160 mm |
