1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1991 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Supra (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Supra weights approximately 457 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Supra 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 1991 Toyota Supra. 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, 1991 Toyota Supra (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 1991 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xsara | Supra |
Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |