1994 Citroen XM vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1994 Citroen XM is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 379 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Cortina 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 1976 Ford Cortina. 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, 1994 Citroen XM (235 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | XM | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2963 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
