1988 Toyota Carina vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 67 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina.
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, 1988 Toyota Carina (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Toyota Carina | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Toyota | Citroen |
Model | Carina | C3 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1252 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |