1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 1970 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 1996 Citroen Xantia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 2,284 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Land Rover Serie II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Xantia (109 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1970 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Land Rover Serie II weights approximately 195 kg more than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Because 1970 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Land Rover Serie II will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Serie II (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Land Rover Serie II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 1970 Land Rover Serie II | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | Xantia | Serie II |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 2284 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
