1989 Citroen XM vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 (169 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 440 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XM | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2390 mm |
