1985 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (190 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1985 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 1985 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (325 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Pontiac Firebird | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Pontiac | Citroen |
Model | Firebird | C5 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5013 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |