1995 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1986 Rover 825i
To start off, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Rover 825i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Rover 825i 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 126 more horse power than 1986 Rover 825i. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1986 Rover 825i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 94 kg more than 1986 Rover 825i. 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 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Rover 825i. (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Rover 825i.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Rally Raid | 1986 Rover 825i | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Rally Raid | 825i |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |
