1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1969 Nissan President
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan President weights approximately 117 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Nissan President 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 1969 Nissan President. 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 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1969 Nissan President | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | President |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
