2008 Citroen C2 vs. 1990 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Camry (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Camry weights approximately 214 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.
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, 1990 Toyota Camry (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C2 | 1990 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
