1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1970 Saab Sonett III
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 Saab Sonett III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Saab Sonett III would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1970 Saab Sonett III. (64 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1970 Saab Sonett III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 650 kg more than 1970 Saab Sonett III. 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 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Saab Sonett III. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Saab Sonett III.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1970 Saab Sonett III | |
Make | Citroen | Saab |
Model | Rally Raid | Sonett III |
Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2160 mm |