1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1995 Volvo 460
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 460 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 208 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 460. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 380 kg more than 1995 Volvo 460. 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 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 460. (180 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1995 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | Rally Raid | 460 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2510 mm |