2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 481 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina. 2004 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Carina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2540 mm |