2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. Both 2000 Citroen Xsara and 1987 Toyota Corolla are equipped with a 1,587 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 226 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
