1990 Citroen XM vs. 1970 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1990 Citroen XM is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 15 kg more than 1990 Citroen XM.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen XM | 1970 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | XM | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
