1980 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 290 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1980 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1980 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Camaro | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Camaro | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4375 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
