2007 Citroen C4 vs. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 17 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 208 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 118 kg more than 2007 Citroen C4. 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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 1990 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C4 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3000 mm |
