1989 Citroen XM vs. 1975 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 620 kg more than 1975 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 (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (79 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1975 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | XM | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
