1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1971 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Land Rover Serie II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xsara (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Land Rover Serie II weights approximately 420 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1971 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Land Rover Serie II 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, 1971 Land Rover Serie II (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Land Rover Serie II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 1971 Land Rover Serie II | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | Xsara | Serie II |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
