1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 86 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Xantia (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
