1994 Citroen XM vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1994 Citroen XM is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica 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 14 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 422 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Toyota Celica. 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 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica. 1981 Toyota Celica 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. 1981 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | XM | Celica |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1587 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
