1977 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C4 (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 472 kg more than 1977 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, 2011 Citroen C4 (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Sprinter | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Sprinter | C4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
