1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort 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 222 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | Escort |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
