1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2009 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Opel Astra is newer by 12 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 158 more horse power than 2009 Opel Astra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 Opel Astra. 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 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Astra. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2009 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Rally Raid | Astra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |
