2002 Citroen C8 vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Citroen C8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C8 (156 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 177 kg more than 2002 Citroen C8.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (205 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C8 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
