1989 Citroen XM vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 627 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica. 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 (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | XM | Publica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2270 mm |
