1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1984 Rover 3500
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 Rover 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover 3500 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Rover 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1984 Rover 3500. (187 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1984 Rover 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 19 kg more than 1984 Rover 3500. 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Rover 3500. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Rover 3500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1984 Rover 3500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Rally Raid | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2820 mm |
