2004 Citroen C2 vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Citroen C2 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Corolla (74 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C2 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1990 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, 2004 Citroen C2 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (100 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C2 | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 70 L |
