1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xantia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1980 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 195 kg more than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xantia | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xantia | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |