1994 Citroen XM vs. 1970 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1994 Citroen XM is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,943 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Maverick (143 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 162 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Because 1970 Ford Maverick 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 1970 Ford Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM, 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, 1970 Ford Maverick (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 1970 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | XM | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 4943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1587 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
