1999 Citroen C3 vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1999 Citroen C3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C3. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 36 kg more than 1999 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C3. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen C3 | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C3 | Mark II |
Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |