1994 Citroen XM vs. 1972 Toyota Sprinter
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 Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 722 kg more than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen XM (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen XM | 1972 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | XM | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1586 cc |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1587 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |