2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 419 kg more than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (112 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
