2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 879 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
