1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1990 Volvo 480
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 170 kg more than 1990 Volvo 480.
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, 1990 Volvo 480 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1990 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Xantia | 480 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
