1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1989 Nissan Micra
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 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Micra 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 248 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 785 kg more than 1989 Nissan Micra. 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 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1989 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Rally Raid | Micra |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2310 mm |