1989 Citroen XM vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 1989 Citroen XM and 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (115 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 278 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | XM | Lancer |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 174 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |