1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1989 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 378 kg more than 1989 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1989 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xantia | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
