1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1979 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 GMC Jimmy (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 432 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 1979 GMC Jimmy 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, 1979 GMC Jimmy 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, 1979 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (110 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 1979 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1993 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1993 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1979 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Xantia | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
