1985 Citroen C vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1985 Citroen C is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1985 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 320 kg more than 1985 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen C, 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen C | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C | Corona |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
