1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1977 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (123 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 310 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina. 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (289 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1977 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Rally Raid | Cortina |
Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2580 mm |