1979 Pontiac Firebird 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 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (125 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 268 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Pontiac Firebird 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 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Pontiac Firebird | 1989 Citroen XM | |
Make | Pontiac | Citroen |
Model | Firebird | XM |
Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 21.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1337 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |