2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 94 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 254 kg more than 1989 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, 2009 Citroen C3 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
