1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1982 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Prairie 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 208 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 390 kg more than 1982 Nissan Prairie. 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 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (150 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1982 Nissan Prairie | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Rally Raid | Prairie |
Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |