2008 Citroen C4 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Citroen C4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina.
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 C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C4 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C4 | Carina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |