1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1984 Saab 90
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Saab 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Saab 90 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Saab 90 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Saab 90 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 180 kg more than 1984 Saab 90.
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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Saab 90. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Saab 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1984 Saab 90 | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | Xantia | 90 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
