1980 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1980 Citroen CX.
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, 1980 Citroen CX (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen CX | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | C5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
