1978 Toyota Celica vs. 2005 Citroen C8
To start off, 2005 Citroen C8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 563 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Celica | 2005 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Toyota | Citroen |
Model | Celica | C8 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1997 cc |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |