1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1983 Dodge Daytona
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 315 kg more than 1983 Dodge Daytona. 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 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1983 Dodge Daytona | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Rally Raid | Daytona |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2470 mm |
