1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1989 Renault 21
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 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 21 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 179 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 200 kg more than 1989 Renault 21. 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 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1989 Renault 21 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Rally Raid | 21 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2820 mm |