1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1986 Ford Granada
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 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 145 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada. 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 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | Granada |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2770 mm |
