2002 Citroen C3 vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2002 Citroen C3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 250 kg more than 2002 Citroen C3.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
