1989 Citroen XM vs. 1967 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 476 kg more than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Citroen XM (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1967 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | XM | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
