1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1981 Ford Mustang
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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Mustang (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 183 kg more than 1981 Ford Mustang.
Because 1981 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (110 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xantia | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
