1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 445 kg more than 1983 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
