1989 Citroen XM vs. 1991 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 2 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 2,616 cc, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 80 kg more than 1991 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1991 Mazda RX-7 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 1991 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1991 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | XM | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |