1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1983 Peugeot 305
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 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 305 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 232 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 305. (65 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 305. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 465 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 305. 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 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 305. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1983 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Rally Raid | 305 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2630 mm |
