1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 327 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Because 1978 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 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xantia | Corona |
Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |