2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1980 Steyr G-series
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Steyr G-series. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Steyr G-series would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Steyr G-series (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Steyr G-series should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Steyr G-series weights approximately 920 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Steyr G-series is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Steyr G-series will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Steyr G-series (226 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Steyr G-series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1980 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Citroen | Steyr |
| Model | Xsara | G-series |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
