1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1981 Ford Escort
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Escort (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 345 kg more than 1981 Ford Escort.
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, 1981 Ford Escort (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1981 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xantia | Escort |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2400 mm |
