1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 1976 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xsara is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Corona (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 71 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corona.
Because 1976 Toyota Corona 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 1976 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1976 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara. 1976 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1997 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1997 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Xsara | 1976 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xsara | Corona |
Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |