1989 Citroen XM vs. 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM.
Because 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari 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 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari. 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, 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (116 Nm). This means 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1980 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | XM | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2950 mm |
