1986 Citroen C vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen C would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1986 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen C | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 4477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3190 mm |
