1981 Toyota Corsa vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 626 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Corsa | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Corsa | C5 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 1996 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
