1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 149 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Xantia | Dart |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
