1989 Toyota Supra vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 183 kg more than 1989 Toyota Supra.
Because 1989 Toyota Supra 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 1989 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C8, 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, 2010 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Supra. (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Supra. 2010 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Toyota Supra | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Toyota | Citroen |
Model | Supra | C8 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |