1981 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 131 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Pontiac Firebird 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 1981 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Pontiac Firebird | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Pontiac | Citroen |
Model | Firebird | C5 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |