1978 Toyota Celica vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 32 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 2010 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 398 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Celica | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Celica | C5 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1558 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2820 mm |
