1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1988 Renault 25
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 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 155 kg more than 1988 Renault 25. 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 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 25. (231 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Rally Raid | 25 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
