1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 52 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend. 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 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Rally Raid | Legend |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2770 mm |
