1998 Citroen XM vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1998 Citroen XM is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen XM (115 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen XM weights approximately 390 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1998 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen XM | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | XM | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
