2001 Audi A8 vs. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 11 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 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1990 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 1990 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A8 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3000 mm |
