1979 Austin Marina vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 502 kg more than 1979 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Austin Marina 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 1979 Austin Marina. 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, 1989 Citroen XM (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Austin Marina | 1989 Citroen XM | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | Marina | XM |
Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1904 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |