1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (89 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Toyota Crown weights approximately 175 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Citroen Xsara (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Crown |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
