1996 Citroen XM vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 Citroen XM is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen XM weights approximately 465 kg more than 1986 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen XM | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | XM | Sunny |
Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |