1986 Citroen C vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 24 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 135 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 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 2010 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen C | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
