1986 Citroen C vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 27 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 888 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 2013 GMC Terrain is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain 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, 2013 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen C | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | C | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2857 mm |
