1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1994 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Donkervoort D8 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 158 more horse power than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1994 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 800 kg more than 1994 Donkervoort D8. 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 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1994 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Citroen | Donkervoort |
Model | Rally Raid | D8 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2310 mm |