1994 Citroen XM vs. 1972 Toyota Century
To start off, 1994 Citroen XM is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Century weights approximately 305 kg more than 1994 Citroen XM.
Because 1972 Toyota Century 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 1972 Toyota Century. 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, 1972 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM. 1972 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1994 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1994 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen XM | 1972 Toyota Century | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | XM | Century |
Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |