1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort 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 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 565 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. 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 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | Escort |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
