1998 Buick Regal vs. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1998 Buick Regal is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1998 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Regal weights approximately 44 kg more than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Regal. (312 Nm). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Regal | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3000 mm |
