1989 Citroen XM vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 10 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 540 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM. 1999 Opel Frontera has automatic transmission and 1989 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1989 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | XM | Frontera |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |