1990 Citroen XM vs. 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1990 Citroen XM is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (169 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1990 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen XM weights approximately 74 kg more than 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen XM | 1989 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | XM | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |