1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Rally Raid 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 128 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 20 kg more than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Rally Raid | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2650 mm |
