1981 Renault 9 vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 612 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | 9 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
