1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alpine A 310 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 520 kg more than 1984 Alpine A 310.
Because 1984 Alpine A 310 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 1984 Alpine A 310. 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 (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alpine A 310 | 1989 Citroen XM | |
Make | Alpine | Citroen |
Model | A 310 | XM |
Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |