1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
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 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 92 kg more than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | Rally Raid | Volare |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2870 mm |
