1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra 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 237 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (59 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 480 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. 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 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (98 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
