1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 421 kg more than 1986 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Xantia (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
