1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 95 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1979 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xantia | CX |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
