1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1983 Porsche 959
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 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 959 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Porsche 959. (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Porsche 959.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1983 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Rally Raid | 959 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2280 mm |
