1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1984 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (169 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 70 kg more than 1984 Holden Commodore. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Commodore. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1984 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | Rally Raid | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5040 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2680 mm |
