1980 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 560 kg more than 2011 Citroen C5.
Because 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Toyota | Citroen |
Model | Land Cruiser | C5 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |