1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1991 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Peugeot 205 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 252 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 690 kg more than 1991 Peugeot 205. 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 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1991 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Rally Raid | 205 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2430 mm |
