1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1984 Renault 25
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 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 135 kg more than 1984 Renault 25.
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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xantia | 25 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 34 L |
