2002 Citroen C3 vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Citroen C3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Citroen C3 (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
