1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 138 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xantia | Carina |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
