2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Corolla (119 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 568 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1984 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Toyota Corolla (140 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2177 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
