1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 60 kg more than 1987 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rally Raid | 300 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |
