1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Citroen Xantia is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 465 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1983 Toyota Corolla 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 1983 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Xantia, 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, 1996 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Xantia | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xantia | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |