1984 Avanti Avanti 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 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 200 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 1984 Avanti Avanti 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 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1984 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Avanti Avanti | 1989 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Avanti | Citroen |
| Model | Avanti | XM |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
