1989 Citroen XM vs. 1995 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1995 Nissan Skyline 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 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM.
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, 1995 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1995 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | XM | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
