1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,432 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 440 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xantia | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2320 mm |
