1995 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1970 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Commodore 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 148 more horse power than 1970 Opel Commodore. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 220 kg more than 1970 Opel Commodore. 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 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Commodore. (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Rally Raid | 1970 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Rally Raid | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2670 mm |
