1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1994 Citroen XM
To start off, 1994 Citroen XM is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 25 kg more than 1994 Citroen XM.
Because 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 1994 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Camaro | XM |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
