1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1974 Renault 12
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 12 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 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 500 kg more than 1974 Renault 12. 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 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1974 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Rally Raid | 12 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |
