2008 Citroen C3 vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C3 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry.
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, 1982 Toyota Camry (146 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
