1989 Citroen XM vs. 1979 Ford Granada
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 190 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
Because 1979 Ford Granada 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 1979 Ford Granada. 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, 1979 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1979 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | XM | Granada |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
