2008 Citroen C2 vs. 1986 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Tercel (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Tercel should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C2 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1986 Toyota Tercel.
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, 2008 Citroen C2 (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C2 | 1986 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | Tercel |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2440 mm |
