1989 Citroen XM vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 300 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will offer significantly more control. 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 Plymouth Trail Duster (373 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | XM | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |