1977 Toyota Carina vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 295 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina. 1999 Citroen Xantia has automatic transmission and 1977 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1977 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Citroen Xantia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Carina | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Carina | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
