2008 Citroen C2 vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 855 kg more than 2008 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C2 | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2740 mm |
