1989 Citroen XM vs. 1974 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 524 kg more than 1974 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1974 Lancia Stratos 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 Lancia Stratos. 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, 1989 Citroen XM (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Stratos. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1974 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | XM | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 60 mm |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2190 mm |
