2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
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 Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
