1986 Toyota Soarer vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1986 Toyota Soarer.
Because 1986 Toyota Soarer 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 1986 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3, 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, 1986 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Soarer | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Soarer | C3 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 47 L |
