1999 Audi S8 vs. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | S8 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3000 mm |
