2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Land Rover 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Xsara (108 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 169 kg more than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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, 2009 Citroen Xsara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Xsara | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | Xsara | 88 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2240 mm |
