2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 264 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Celica |
Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |