1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 101 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle 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 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1989 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Chevelle | XM |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
