2004 Citroen C3 vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Camry weights approximately 193 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3.
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 C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
