1989 Citroen XM vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 565 kg more than 1972 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Citroen XM (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Corolla. (146 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | XM | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |
