1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S
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 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,744 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. (154 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 110 kg more than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1984 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rally Raid | S |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2744 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2950 mm |
