1995 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 138 kg more than 1995 Citroen Rally Raid. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Rally Raid | 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rally Raid | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 5740 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2580 mm |
