1999 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (247 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 250 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1990 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3000 mm |
