1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1978 Ford LTD
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 LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 296 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford LTD weights approximately 340 kg more than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford LTD. (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1978 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | LTD |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3080 mm |
