1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1970 Opel Admiral
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1970 Opel Admiral. (143 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 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 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Admiral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1970 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Rally Raid | Admiral |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 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 | 2850 mm |
