1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda N III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda N III 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 265 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 955 kg more than 1970 Honda N III. 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 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1970 Honda N III | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Rally Raid | N III |
Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2010 mm |