2001 Citroen C2 vs. 1989 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2001 Citroen C2 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Camry weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Citroen C2. 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, 2001 Citroen C2 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C2 | 1989 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2610 mm |
