1983 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 657 kg more than 1983 Honda Civic. 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic. 2009 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1983 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1983 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Civic | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Civic | C5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |
