1987 Chevrolet Celebrity vs. 2007 Citroen C8
To start off, 2007 Citroen C8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 383 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity.
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, 2007 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Celebrity | 2007 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Celebrity | C8 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
