1989 Citroen XM vs. 1967 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Cortina 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 118 more horse power than 1967 Ford Cortina. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 624 kg more than 1967 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Ford Cortina 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 1967 Ford Cortina. 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 (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Cortina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1967 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | XM | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2500 mm |
