2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 28 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 76 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica.
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, 2009 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, 2009 Citroen Xsara (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Xsara | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xsara | Celica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1186 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |