1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1987 Volvo 760
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 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 760. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 100 kg more than 1987 Volvo 760. 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 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 760. (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Rally Raid | 760 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2780 mm |
