1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1964 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Opel Rekord 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 243 more horse power than 1964 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1964 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 480 kg more than 1964 Opel Rekord. 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 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1964 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Rally Raid | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2650 mm |
