1980 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 684 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Corona 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 1980 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5, 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, 2010 Citroen C5 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corona. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corona. 2010 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1980 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1980 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corona | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Corona | C5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2366 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2820 mm |
