1992 Citroen XM vs. 2002 Lada 2123
To start off, 2002 Lada 2123 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Lada 2123. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lada 2123 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1992 Citroen XM.
Because 2002 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lada 2123 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, 1992 Citroen XM (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 2123. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen XM | 2002 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | XM | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
