1980 Renault 18 vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1980 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 663 kg more than 1980 Renault 18. 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 18 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | 18 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 71 L |
