2002 Citroen Xsara vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Citroen Xsara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Carina (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 20 kg more than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Because 1982 Toyota Carina 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 1982 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1982 Toyota Carina (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Xsara. (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen Xsara | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xsara | Carina |
Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |