1989 Citroen XM vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 1990 Volvo 960 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Volvo 960 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 1990 Volvo 960. 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, 1990 Volvo 960 (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
Make | Citroen | Volvo |
Model | XM | 960 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |