1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1971 Ford Capri
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,637 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1971 Ford Capri. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 388 kg more than 1971 Ford Capri. 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 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Capri. (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1971 Ford Capri | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Rally Raid | Capri |
Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2637 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2570 mm |