1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1973 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Skyline 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 161 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 304 kg more than 1973 Nissan Skyline. 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 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1973 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Rally Raid | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |
