1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xsara (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 95 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Citroen Xsara (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
