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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (74 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (57 HP) 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 320 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 (117 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (116 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. 1979 Toyota Corolla 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. 1979 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Citroen Xsara | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xsara | Corolla |
Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 117 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |