1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1988 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Telstar would be higher. Both 1999 Citroen Xantia and 1988 Ford Telstar are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 306 kg more than 1988 Ford Telstar.
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 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1988 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xantia | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
