2002 Citroen C8 vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Citroen C8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C8 (156 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 868 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Citroen C8 (205 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C8 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
