1995 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra 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 184 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 315 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. 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 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Rally Raid | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Rally Raid | Sierra |
Year Released | 1995 | 1987 |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |