1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1983 Dodge Charger
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Charger (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 298 kg more than 1983 Dodge Charger.
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, 1983 Dodge Charger (161 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (110 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1983 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Xantia | Charger |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
