1989 Citroen XM vs. 1998 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Neon is newer by 9 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 272 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Neon.
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 (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1998 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | XM | Neon |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |