1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1969 Opel Admiral
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 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1969 Opel Admiral. (163 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Admiral weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Admiral. (233 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1969 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Rally Raid | Admiral |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
