1989 Citroen XM vs. 1995 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1995 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 6 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1995 Hyundai Lantra. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1995 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 444 kg more than 1995 Hyundai Lantra. 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 (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Hyundai Lantra. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1995 Hyundai Lantra | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | XM | Lantra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
