1990 Citroen XM vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1990 Citroen XM is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 11 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 34 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen XM weights approximately 385 kg more than 1983 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen XM | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | XM | 11 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
