2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1986 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C5 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
