2008 Acura RL vs. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Acura RL. (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 176 kg more than 2008 Acura RL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RL | 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | RL | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3000 mm |
