2006 Citroen C8 vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Citroen C8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (148 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 498 kg more than 1987 Toyota Celica.
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 C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C8 | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C8 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
