2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1980 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. Both 2000 Citroen Xsara and 1980 Toyota Corona are equipped with a 1,587 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 156 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1980 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Corona |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1141 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
