1989 Citroen XM vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 595 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Corona 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 1971 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM, 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, 1989 Citroen XM (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | XM | Corona |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
