1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1968 Ford Ranchero
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Ranchero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Ranchero would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Ranchero (355 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 115 kg more than 1996 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, 1968 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1968 Ford Ranchero | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | Ranchero |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 7022 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2900 mm |
