2004 Citroen C4 vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1989 Toyota Carina.
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 C4 (216 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C4 | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C4 | Carina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |