1995 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 309 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 205 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (91 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 560 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 309. 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 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 309. (135 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Rally Raid | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | Rally Raid | 309 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2480 mm |