2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 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 343 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 93 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
