2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 786 kg more than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Citroen C5 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1651 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
