1989 Citroen XM vs. 1974 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Fairlane (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 48 kg more than 1974 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1974 Ford Fairlane 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 1974 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1974 Ford Fairlane (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1974 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | XM | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2950 mm |