2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corona (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 115 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Because 1970 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 1970 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1970 Toyota Corona (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xsara | Corona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1857 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |