2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1986 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Supra weights approximately 267 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Supra 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 1986 Toyota Supra. 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, 1986 Toyota Supra (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 1986 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Supra |
Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |