1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1985 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1985 Lincoln Continental. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1985 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 250 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lincoln Continental. (338 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1985 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
| Model | Rally Raid | Continental |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |
