2005 Citroen C4 vs. 1990 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Citroen C4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C4 weights approximately 262 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Toyota Carina (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C4. (134 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C4 | 1990 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C4 | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |