1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1983 Pontiac Phoenix
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac Phoenix would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 268 kg more than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix.
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 Pontiac Phoenix (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (110 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1983 Pontiac Phoenix | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | Xantia | Phoenix |
Year Released | 1993 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |