1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xsara is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 214 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1979 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 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1997 Citroen Xsara (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Xsara | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xsara | Corolla |
Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1099 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |