1994 Citroen XM vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1994 Citroen XM is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Crown. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 70 kg more than 1994 Citroen XM.
Because 1960 Toyota Crown 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 1960 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM, 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, 1994 Citroen XM (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Crown. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen XM | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | XM | Crown |
Year Released | 1994 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |