1989 Citroen XM vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 619 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. 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 (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | XM | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
