1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1987 Volvo 740
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volvo 740 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 140 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 740. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 118 kg more than 1987 Volvo 740. 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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 740. (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1987 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Rally Raid | 740 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2780 mm |
