1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1978 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1978 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 70 kg more than 1978 Ford Falcon. 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 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1978 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Rally Raid | Falcon |
Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3273 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2830 mm |