1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1981 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Triumph Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Triumph Acclaim would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Triumph Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 678 kg more than 1981 Triumph Acclaim.
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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Triumph Acclaim. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Triumph Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1981 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | Xantia | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2330 mm |
