1989 Citroen XM vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 440 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 1976 Pontiac Firebird 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 1976 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | XM | Firebird |
Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 105.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 106.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |