2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1984 Toyota Crown
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 Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Crown (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1984 Toyota Crown.
Because 1984 Toyota Crown 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 Crown. 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 Crown (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Crown 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 Crown | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Crown |
Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2177 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |