2008 Citroen C4 vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Citroen C4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 531 kg more than 1990 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2008 Citroen C4 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C4 | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C4 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
