1995 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1974 Porsche 911. (165 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1974 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 330 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911. 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 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Rally Raid | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Rally Raid | 911 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2270 mm |
