2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1982 Toyota Sprinter
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 Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 649 kg more than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. 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 C5 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1982 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2410 mm |
