2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 442 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2640 mm |
