1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 1984 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xsara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Carina (67 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (55 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 19 kg more than 1984 Toyota Carina.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Toyota Carina (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xsara | 1984 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Carina |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1099 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
