1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1989 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen C 15 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 253 more horse power than 1989 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 605 kg more than 1989 Citroen C 15. 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 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen C 15. (71 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1989 Citroen C 15 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Rally Raid | C 15 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |