2000 Citroen Saxo vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2000 Citroen Saxo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Camry weights approximately 285 kg more than 2000 Citroen Saxo. 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, 1982 Toyota Camry (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Saxo | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Saxo | Camry |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
