1980 Pontiac 1000 vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1980 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1980 Pontiac 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Pontiac 1000 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 1980 Pontiac 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Pontiac 1000 | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Pontiac | Citroen |
Model | 1000 | C5 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2760 mm |