1989 Citroen XM vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 130 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | XM | Celica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
