2005 Citroen C vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 2,759 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Soarer (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Soarer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Toyota Soarer (235 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
