1989 Citroen XM vs. 1973 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Sunny 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 57 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 680 kg more than 1973 Nissan Sunny. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1973 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | XM | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |
