1986 Toyota Celica vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C4 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (123 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 496 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Citroen C4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Celica | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Celica | C4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
