2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1982 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1982 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
