1989 Citroen XM vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 23 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 610 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
Because 2012 Tata Safari 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, 2012 Tata Safari 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, 2012 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | XM | Safari |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |