2007 Citroen C8 vs. 1986 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2007 Citroen C8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C8. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 88 kg more than 1986 Toyota Supra.
Because 1986 Toyota Supra 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 1986 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C8, 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, 1986 Toyota Supra (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C8 | 1986 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C8 | Supra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
