2006 Citroen C3 vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 39 kg more than 2006 Citroen C3. 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, 2006 Citroen C3 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
