1994 Citroen Xantia vs. 1984 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1994 Citroen Xantia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 100 kg more than 1984 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1984 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Nissan Laurel (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen Xantia. 1984 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1994 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1994 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Xantia | 1984 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
