1989 Citroen XM vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica is newer by 21 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indica.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Citroen XM (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | XM | Indica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
