2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1983 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 166 kg more than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1141 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
