1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1989 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Because 1989 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1989 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1989 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1989 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xantia | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
