1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1985 Peugeot 604
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 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1985 Peugeot 604. (153 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1985 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 604. 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 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 604. (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1985 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | Rally Raid | 604 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2810 mm |