2008 Citroen C4 vs. 1991 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Citroen C4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Carina would be higher. Both 2008 Citroen C4 and 1991 Toyota Carina are equipped with a 1,587 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C4 (108 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Carina. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 342 kg more than 1991 Toyota Carina. 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 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C4 | 1991 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C4 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
