2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 64 kg more than 2009 Citroen C5.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C5 | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C5 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2740 mm |