1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1969 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Dart. (235 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 55 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Dart. (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1969 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Rally Raid | Dart |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2830 mm |
