1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1988 Citroen Axel
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Axel 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 262 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 630 kg more than 1988 Citroen Axel. 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 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1988 Citroen Axel | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Rally Raid | Axel |
Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2380 mm |