2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 17 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 116 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C3 | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3000 mm |
