1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 309 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo S80. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Rally Raid | S80 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2776 mm |
