2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1976 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 419 kg more than 1976 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 1976 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C4 | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
