1989 Citroen XM vs. 1970 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 420 kg more than 1970 Mazda 110 S. 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 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1970 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | XM | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
