2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1981 Toyota Celica 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 1981 Toyota Celica. 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 1981 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xsara | Celica |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |