1979 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Citroen C5
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX. 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, 2005 Citroen C5 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2005 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | C5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2760 mm |
