1986 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 204 kg more than 1995 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia, 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, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Corvette | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1234 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
