1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1986 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 445 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 1986 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1986 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rally Raid | Astro |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2830 mm |
