1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Starion
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Starion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Starion 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 195 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Starion. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Starion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 325 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Starion. 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 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Starion. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Starion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1983 Mitsubishi Starion | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rally Raid | Starion |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1125 kg |
