1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 25 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. 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 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | Granada |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2780 mm |
