2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C5 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 514 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Citroen C5 (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1379 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
