1989 Citroen XM vs. 1975 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Passat 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 (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 417 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1975 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | XM | Passat |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
