1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 630 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 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (373 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | Xantia | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |