1994 Citroen XM vs. 1988 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1994 Citroen XM is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 637 kg more than 1988 Lancia Prisma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Citroen XM (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen XM | 1988 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | XM | Prisma |
Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 55.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1587 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |