1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1979 Volvo 265
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 2,662 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 50 kg more than 1979 Volvo 265. 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 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 265. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1979 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Rally Raid | 265 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |
