2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1981 Toyota Century
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Century (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Century weights approximately 553 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Century 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 Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5, 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 Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 1981 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Century |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2870 mm |
