1981 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 774 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Land Cruiser | C3 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
