1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1963 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1963 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1963 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 856 kg more than 1963 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1963 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | Rally Raid | Elan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2140 mm |
