1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1978 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 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona. 1978 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 1998 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1998 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xsara | Corona |
Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |