1995 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1985 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Rekord 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 206 more horse power than 1985 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 335 kg more than 1985 Opel Rekord. 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 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Rekord. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Rally Raid | 1985 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Rally Raid | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |
