1998 Citroen XM vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1998 Citroen XM is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. Both 1998 Citroen XM and 1968 Nissan Cedric are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Citroen XM.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen XM | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | XM | Cedric |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |