1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 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 203 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Because 1982 Toyota Celica 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 1982 Toyota Celica. 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, 1982 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (110 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1982 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 | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xantia | Celica |
Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |