1989 Citroen XM vs. 2011 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2011 Lancia Delta is newer by 22 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 7 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Delta. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Delta weights approximately 116 kg more 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, 2011 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2011 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | XM | Delta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
