1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 155 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
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, 1998 Citroen Saxo (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Saxo | Carina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
