1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 14 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, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 119 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xantia | Celica |
Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |