1989 Citroen XM vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 160 kg more than 1968 Ford 17.
Because 1968 Ford 17 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 1968 Ford 17. 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, 1968 Ford 17 (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1968 Ford 17 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | XM | 17 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 41 L |