1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 782 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1989 Citroen XM | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Visa | XM |
Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |