2009 Citroen C2 vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (148 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Celica weights approximately 355 kg more than 2009 Citroen C2. 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, 1987 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C2 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |
