2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 1975 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2003 Citroen Xsara is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Crown. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Crown weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1975 Toyota Crown 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 1975 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1975 Toyota Crown (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen Xsara | 1975 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Crown |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
