1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 11 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 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 310 kg more than 1984 Renault 11. 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 (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xantia | 11 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
