2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Sprinter (60 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Citroen C5 (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
