1992 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C8 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1992 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2010 Citroen C8 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Corolla | C8 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
