1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter 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 198 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 585 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. 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 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Rally Raid | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1586 cc |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2340 mm |