1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xsara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 375 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Xsara (117 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xsara | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
