1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
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 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta 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) has 222 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 635 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta. 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 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |
