1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300
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 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. (113 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 40 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rally Raid | 300 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2810 mm |
