1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia, 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (110 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xantia | Escort |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 125 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 41 L |
