1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Corona weights approximately 216 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Because 1980 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 1980 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo, 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, 1980 Toyota Corona (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Saxo | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Saxo | Corona |
Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |