1989 Citroen XM vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Land Rover 109 (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Land Rover 109 (157 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (116 Nm). This means 1959 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM. 1989 Citroen XM has automatic transmission and 1959 Land Rover 109 has manual transmission. 1959 Land Rover 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Citroen XM will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | XM | 109 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2780 mm |
